02 Apr, 2024
Southwest Public Power District located in southwest Nebraska, has an opening for the position of Engineering Technician. Duties include, but are not limited to, assisting in the maintenance of the District’s geographic information system (GIS), system planning and improvements, and implementing technology as required to improve the distribution systems. The District operating hours are a compressed work schedule with every other Friday off. This position requires passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. Southwest Public Power District offers an excellent wage and benefit package, including paid vacation, sick leave, paid health insurance, and funded retirement plan. Southwest Public Power District is an equal opportunity employer. Southwest Public Power District’s headquarters office is in Palisade, Nebraska. The region’s schools, small communities, and recreational opportunities make it a great place to live and raise a family. Interested individuals must email a resume, including job training and three references to: Gary Hanken – garyh@swppd.com . Position will be open until filled. Job Description as follows: SUMMARY The Engineering Technician will work with the System Engineer to meet the goals and duties of the Engineering Department. Assists in the maintenance of the District’s geographic information system (GIS), in planning for new loads and system improvements, and implements technology as required to improve the planning design of the distribution system. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Within the limits of approved board policies, operating guides and procedures, assumes responsibility and has commensurate authority for the following activities: A. Obeys all safety rules, policies, and procedures. B. Assists with system planning studies, engineering, metering, and staking. C. Provides necessary GIS data, drawings, and assistance required by employees to aid in the planning, design, analysis, installation, and maintenance of the electric distribution system D. Have working knowledge of and ability to use the following systems in use by the District: Meridian/CIS; AMI; GIS; OMS; Staking; and work order system. E. Perform updates and maintenance of the SCADA system as directed. F. Prepares specialized map files, spreadsheets and database applications to provide technical support and analysis. G. Be available for load management duties as needed. H. Answers telephone calls in a courteous and efficient manner; operates radio between office and field personnel as directed. I. Know the District policies and procedures. J. Performs other duties as necessary or assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS A. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is mandatory. At least one year related administrative or equivalent utility experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience is also required. Experience in dealing with the public is desirable. B. JOB KNOWLEDGE: The following knowledge and skill levels are needed to fulfill the requirements of this position: Must possess a working knowledge of electrical principles; Knowledge of construction/staking units; and legal land descriptions. Training can be provided in identified areas of weakness. This position requires the ability to multi-task, learn various software packages used by the District, and have GIS/drafting/mapping experience. C. COMPUTER SKILLS: This position requires the ability to use office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, plotters, calculators, fax machines, and two-way radio equipment. The employee must have a working knowledge of basic computer programs, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Outlook). This position also requires the use of industry-specific programs, for which training will be provided. It is beneficial for the employee to have experience working with databases and file systems. D. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Valid Nebraska driver’s license. Additional training and certificates necessary to perform utility line work as needed. E. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Night, weekend, and/or holiday work may be required.